SKY News presenter Dermot Murnaghan has been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer.
The presenter, 67 – who anchored Queen Elizabeth's funeral coverage – shared a heartbreaking message with fans on social media.
He wrote: "Some personal news……I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer I'm fortunate to have a simply outstanding medical team looking after me, who I can't thank enough – they are administering the best possible care with expertise, compassion and sensitivity.
"I'm responding positively to their excellent treatment and feeling well.
"I'm blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends.
"Needless to say my message to all men over 50, in high-risk groups, or displaying symptoms, is get yourself tested and campaign for routine prostate screening by the NHS."
Since sharing the news of his diagnosis, former colleagues have taken to social media to send their support.
"I'm so sorry to hear this. Sending you love and all the best for your healing journey. I've always loved your work," said scriptwriter Kathleen Beedles.
She added: "Thank you for raising awareness and thinking of others at this difficult personal time."
Signs and symptoms of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer can be deadly, partly because it often has no noticeable symptoms in the early stages, making it difficult to detect until it has spread.
Symptoms usually only appear once the cancer has grown large enough to put pressure on the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the penis (urethra).
The NHS says there are seven symptoms of the disease – many of which could be overlooked:
- Needing to pee more frequently, often during the night
- Needing to rush to the toilet
- Difficulty in starting to pee (hesitancy)
- Straining or taking a long time while peeing
- Weak flow
- Feeling that your bladder has not emptied fully
- Blood in urine or blood in semen
It's important to note these symptoms don't always mean you have prostate cancer.
Many men's prostates get larger as they get older because of a non-cancerous condition called benign prostate enlargement.
But with prostate cancer being one of the most common cancers in the UK, if you experience these symptoms you should see your GP.
In recent months, several celebrities have publicly revealed their diagnoses of prostate cancer, including six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy.
When Sir Chris Hoy was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer, he had no symptoms.
The sportsman revealed his terminal diagnosis in an interview with The Times last year.
He's now advocating for increased awareness and early detection of prostate cancer.
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